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Biomedical Engineering Technologist I
@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
Newfoundland and Labrador
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Overview
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a Biomedical Engineering Technologist I on a temporary full-time basis until January 2, 2027, with possible extension. The role evaluates, tests, calibrates, maintains and repairs medical equipment across hospital areas such as imaging, ICU, operating rooms and dialysis. Hours are 75 bi-weekly on 8-hour shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends and on-call, with reporting within 30 minutes when on call.
Responsibilities:
- Test, calibrate and maintain medical equipment
- Repair and order medical equipment and instrumentation
- Train staff on specialized equipment
- Complete safety and maintenance reports
- Participate in an on-call rota
Requirements summary:
- Three-year Biomedical or Electronics Engineering Technology diploma
- Valid class V driver's licence
- Time management and prioritization skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Satisfactory record of work performance
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 10 lb · computer moderate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Biomedical Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology |
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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | St. John's |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 992 |
Job description
| Zone: Eastern Urban Zone Location: Multi-site Position; Primary Site - Health Sciences Centre Biomedical Engineering Technologist I Biomedical Engineering Temporary Full-time (until January 2, 2027, with possibility of extension) NAPE HS 08806RP1 |
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| Hours | 75 (8 hours; Days, On-Call) |
| Salary | 75 bi-weekly (8 hour shifts; days, evenings, nights, weekends, on-call, standby; *must report to work within 30 mins when on call. (If on call is required.) |
| Competition Number | VAC0031064 |
| Posted Date | 2026-11-09 |
| Closing Date | 2026-11-16 |
| Demands, duties, qualifications | Job Summary The Biomedical Engineering Technologist I evaluates, tests, calibrates, performs and documents preventative and quality assurance checks and maintenance, orders and repairs medical equipment and instrumentation. The position may support a variety of areas such as Diagnostic Imaging, ICU, Operating Rooms, Dialysis, Respiratory Therapy, Defibrillation, Cardiac Monitoring, Anesthesia, Surgery, Rehabilitation, Laboratory and Radiation Therapy, etc. In addition, the position provides training on specialized equipment, and completes related safety and maintenance reports. Travel provincially and internationally may be required. The position may also participate in an on call rota and works both independently and within a team environment. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to): Lifting or moving objects less than 10 lbs is a constant requirement and lifting/moving objects is required occasionally. Manual or physical activities include fine finger or precision work, using hand tools, using gross motor skills to move heavy objects, operating equipment or machinery that requires very controlled movement and maintaining physical balance. Occasional requirement to work in awkward or cramped positions or body movement when performing equipment repairs. Higher than normal levels of attentiveness or alertness for the health and safety of others is required. Job Qualifications Graduation from approved/recognized three-year Biomedical Engineering or Electronics Engineering Technology Program is required. Demonstrated time management skills and the ability to prioritize. Demonstrated problem solving skills. A valid class V driver's license is required. A satisfactory record of work performance is required. |
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